Mar 11, 2010
Four novel ATP2A2 mutations in Slovenian patients with Darier disease - Corrected Proof
Background: Darier disease (DD) is an autosomal dominant genodermatosis caused by mutations in the ATP2A2 gene. It has been reported that depletion of Ca2+ stores within ...
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Mar 11, 2010
Risk of second primary malignancies following cutaneous melanoma diagnosis: A population-based study - Corrected Proof
Background: Understanding risk patterns for developing a second primary malignancy (SPM) after cutaneous melanoma (CM) has implications for both research and clinical practice, ...
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Mar 11, 2010
Use of and beliefs about total body photography and dermatoscopy among US dermatology training programs: An update - Corrected Proof
Background: Total body photography (TBP) and dermatoscopy are imaging techniques used to treat patients with pigmented lesions.Objective: We sought to describe use, training, ...
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Mar 10, 2010
Differences in melanoma outcomes among Hispanic Medicare enrollees - Corrected Proof
Background: Hispanics are given the diagnosis of melanoma at later stages and have reduced survival.Objective: We sought to evaluate the effect of Hispanic ethnicity and ...
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Mar 10, 2010
The effect of adalimumab on reducing depression symptoms in patients with moderate to severe psoriasis: A randomized clinical trial - Corrected Proof
Background: Psoriasis is associated with health-related quality-of-life impairment and depression.Objective: We sought to determine the effect of adalimumab on depression ...
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Mar 10, 2010
Effectiveness of a knowledge-based intervention for melanoma among those with ethnic skin - Corrected Proof
Background: Among patients with melanoma, ethnic minorities are 1.96 to 3.01 times as likely to die from melanoma as Caucasians of the same age and sex.Objective: We sought ...
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Mar 04, 2010
Training aid: Ratings sites provide feedback for residents
Winston-Salem, N.C. — For Wake Forest University's dermatology residency program,
DrScore.com provides patient feedback that program officials hope creates ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Haiti aftermath: AAD training, aid sites destroyed
National report — The 7.3 earthquake that decimated Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince in
January also leveled sites where U.S. dermatologists have been focusing ...
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Mar 03, 2010
New Hampshire firm opens specialized dermatology lab
Exeter, N.H. — Seacoast Pathology, based here, has launched its new DermDX division,
which features a state-of-the-art on-site laboratory to service New England-area ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Medicis ships Restylane, Perlane after FDA nod
Scottsdale, Ariz. — Medicis, based here, has begun shipping dermal fillers Restylane-L
and Perlane-L (both hyaluronic acid/lidocaine), GlobeNewswire reports...
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Mar 03, 2010
Study shows favorable results for Sculptra Aesthetic
Bridgewater, N.J. — Recently released results of a new study suggest that treatment with
Sculptra Aesthetic (poly-L-lactic acid, Sanofi-Aventis) is significantly ...
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Mar 03, 2010
China approves Candela laser systems
Wayland, Mass. — Candela Corp., a Syneron company based here, announced Feb. 10 that
China's State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) has approved Candela's ...
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Mar 03, 2010
FDA approves biologic template for tissue regeneration
Wellington, New Zealand — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k)
clearance for Endoform Dermal Template, an extracellular matrix biomaterial ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Innovations in scar prevention, management continue to expand
While scarless surgery remains a dream for dermatologic and cosmetic surgeons, the next best thing
— minimal scarring — is becoming more of a reality ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Beware significant increase in bad debt during tough economic times
The new decade started out to be challenging, frustrating and concerning for everyone. Whatever the
future brings, it is evident that physicians who want to remain profitable ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Popular mnemonic should reflect darkness, not diameter, of skin lesions
Established in 1985, the so-called "ABCD" criteria (assymetry, border, color and
diameter) were designed to help laypersons and physicians evaluate suspicious ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Finding truth among cosmeceutical companies' claims a complicated task
Cosmeceuticals carry the promising suggestion of providing cosmetic treatments with active ingredients
that give them pharmaceutical-like efficacy to address skin aging ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Online physician rankings can boost, harm a practice
Love or loathe them, public Web sites that let patients rate their physicians aren't going away,
experts say. Making these sites work for you rather than against you ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Topical anesthetic product proves to ease injection pain
Minimizing pain while performing botulinum toxin injections is of paramount importance to patient and
physician alike. Though there are several topical anesthetic techniques ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Under-eye circles have many causes, but few effective treatments
A variety of products are advertised both on television and in print that claim to reduce under-eye
circles. It is hard to generalize, but under-eye circles are remarkably ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Do doctors' years factor into effective communication in group practices?
The business climate of medicine has led more dermatologists to join group practices. That means
doctors of widely varying ages often work side-by-side. What impact does ...
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Mar 03, 2010
FTC throttles ITA campaign, but dermatologists say battle continues
Dermatologists welcome the FTC's recent crackdown on what the agency labels deceptive advertising by
the Indoor Tanning Association (ITA). The ITA, meanwhile, says a ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Radioactive skin patch offers less-invasive treatment option for basal cell carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) can be treated in a less-invasive manner than surgery via a skin patch that
delivers radiotherapy, according to research from India....
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Mar 03, 2010
If you're running behind, try these tactics to get back in the groove
There's nothing more frustrating to patients and staff than a dermatologist who constantly runs
behind. Running behind is a vicious cycle; until you root out its causes ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Newer fractional devices for eyelid rejuvenation may decrease downtime
Periorbital rejuvenation remains an important element of aesthetic medicine. In the past, eyelid
rejuvenation often required a long period of downtime, accompanied by ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Patients rely on dermatologists to be cosmeceutical experts
As trusted skincare experts, dermatologists owe it to patients to know about cosmeceuticals, says
Wendy E. Roberts, M.D., Women's Dermatologic Society president....
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Mar 03, 2010
FDA warns dermatologist about 'premature' comments on Dysport
The Food and Drug Administration's rebuke of Florida dermatologist Leslie S. Baumann, M.D., for
promoting a then-unapproved drug serves as a warning for clinical investigators ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Before surgery, thorough screening for cardiovascular risk factors, associated comorbidities crucial
Dermatologic surgery patients who have some form of cardiovascular (CV) disease or components of
metabolic syndrome may be at a higher risk for perioperative complications. ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Physician committees granted antitrust exemptions to ensure open dialogue
Dr. Skin is given basic privileges in dermatology, but is told that nobody in the department of
medicine is comfortable providing her with surgical privileges. She subsequently ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Indoor Tanning Association sees red with tax proposal, new regulations
The feds are turning up the heat on the tanning bed industry, with two major regulatory agencies and
Congress getting into the act. Late last year, senators developing ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Latest group of young dermatologists appears poised to carry speciality into future
I had two pretty amazing experiences during the month of January that provided me an enormous amount
of pleasure and happiness. Both experiences dealt with what I believe ...
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Mar 03, 2010
Bioelectric dressing treats acute and chronic wounds
The use of bioelectric stimulation is key to a novel wound-healing technology that continues to be
explored in studies, says a dermatologist who has investigated the ...
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Mar 04, 2010
Annual AAD Meeting Discusses Best Skin Care for Acne & Rosacea
Dermatologists recommend that with proper diagnosis, treatment and a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned skin care, acne and rosacea can be less of a nuisance for patients.
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Mar 01, 2010
Eczema in Early Childhood May Effect Mental Health
A recent study indicates that children who suffered from eczema within the first two years were more likely to develop emotional problems later in childhood.
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Feb 01, 2010
The Future of Human Healing: Studying Regrowth & Regeneration in the Animal Kingdom
By studying healing and body regeneration through evolution in the animal kingdom, scientists will better understand how to improve human healing in the future.
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Jan 06, 2010
Parents Charged with Tattooing Their Kids
After creating their own at-home tattooing instrument with a guitar string as the needle, parents Patty Jo Marsh and Jacob Bartels proceeded to give six of their seven children tattoos. Now what started as a way to include the whole family in their affinity for body art, turned quickly into a legal battle. Both parents are charged with cruelty to children, reckless conduct, and tattooing.
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Dec 28, 2009
New Tanning Tax In Lieu of "BoTax": A Win/Win for Skin?
Last weekend, the Senate nixed its proposed 5% tax on elective cosmetic procedures with a supplementary 10% on tanning salons. This decision is a win for the members of the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) who rallied together against the original bill.
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Dec 22, 2009
Using Mother Nature to Treat Scars
The formation of scars is a natural result of the healing process after an injury. The skin is the largest organ of the body, and as a result, any trauma to it can cause the formation of scar tissue...
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Dec 04, 2009
Senate Healthcare Bill to Tax Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery and procedure patients and health-care providers are lining up in opposition to a provision in the U.S. Senate’s version of Health Care Reform which would impose a 5% tax on purely cosmetic elective procedures, a measure designed to raise nearly $6 billion of the projected $849 billion cost of the healthcare bill.
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Dec 03, 2009
Fractional Skin Resurfacing - A Better Way to Remove Scars?
Fractional skin resurfacing is an emerging laser scar removal method that requires less recovery time than traditional technologies.
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Nov 25, 2009
Thanksgiving Skin Care Tips
The holiday season is upon us, and with the joys and excitement of the festivities come the disasters and stress of family gatherings and travelling; not to mention the anxiety about overeating. One thing to keep in mind during this season of celebration is adequate skin care.
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Nov 12, 2009
Berns Triplets Back on The Today Show
The Berns triplets first made headlines when they appeared on NBC’s The Today Show in May of 2009 to share their story and spread a message of hope for other scarred burn victims. After months of innovative laser treatment, the triplets were featured on the news again when they reappeared on the Today Show to showcase the results of their treatment.
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Oct 20, 2009
Scar Healing Science- How Certain Scar Treatments Work
Scar Healing is the result of biologic wound repair and is a complex process. With the exception of minor lesions, every skin wound causes some degree of permanent scarring. The word scar comes from the Greek word eschara, meaning “place of fire.” Scar tissue is different from normal skin. It is inferior in appearance and function. Scars are less resistant to ultraviolet rays and more prone to sunburn. Scars also lack a blood supply or sweat glands, and they never grow hair.
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Sep 14, 2009
Prevent Contagious Skin Conditions This School Year
Young children and adolescents are at an increased risk for certain skin conditions. Although the symptoms may be treated easily, the highly infectious nature of these conditions means that they can rapidly spread throughout a school if not effectively contained.
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Sep 01, 2009
First time in Canada- Surgeons successfully remove a tumour from a child's face through his scalp
Surgeons at The Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre and McGill University used a novel approach for the first time in Canada to remove a tumour embedded in the upper face of Jayden Cambridge, an 18-month old child. Using a new endoscopic technique, the surgeons entered from the toddler’s scalp, above his hairline, to retrieve the tumour located in the middle of his forehead. Thanks to this new procedure, the little boy will be spared an unsightly scar, and instead has a tiny one hidden by his hair.
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Aug 21, 2009
Not So Much Fun in the Sun: Summer Safety Issues
Here is a list of four surprising summer safety issues that you may want to watch out for this season.
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Jul 31, 2009
Dermatologists Caution Alternative Eczema Therapies Are No Substitute for Proven Medical Treatments
At the American Academy of Dermatology's Summer Academy Meeting 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Peter A. Lio, M.D., FAAD, discussed why eczema patients try alternative therapies and how certain therapies used in conjunction with clinically tested medical treatments could hold promise in further improving the condition.
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Jun 24, 2009
Berns Triplets Spread Message of Hope for Scarred Burn Victims
22-year-old Triplets Jordan, Trae and Chandra Berns have a mission to tell a story of hope for burn victims. Severely burned in a tragic fire as toddlers, they have endured scarring for almost all of their lives.
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May 05, 2009
Healing With Hyaluronic Acid
While there are numerous scar and wound care products on the market, not all of them work efficiently on all types of wounds. On wounds of the lower extremities, one treatment that has shown some success...
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Apr 23, 2009
Protecting Skin from the Sun
This summer, protecting your scars from UV rays should be a top priority. The better a scar is protected from sun exposure, the less visible it will become.
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Apr 15, 2009
Measuring the Effectiveness of Aloe Vera on Wound/Scar Healing
Aloe vera was known as the “plant of immortality” in Egypt more than 6,000 years ago and it is likely already part of your skin care regimen...
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Apr 15, 2009
Putting Keratin to the Test
What happens when you have a chronic or burn wound that will not heal? What treatments can you seek if you or someone you know has a rare condition known as epidermolysis bullosa...
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Apr 09, 2009
Stimulating Help for Difficult Wounds
More than 6 million Americans suffer from wounds that are considered chronic and difficult to heal. These wounds may be the result of long-term pressure or friction on the skin...
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Apr 08, 2009
Healing Homeland Heroes- a Movement Grows
As many U.S. and UK veterans return from the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan, they bear the sacrifice they made on their bodies. Missing limbs, impaired vision and deafness are just a few examples of the physical injuries they've endured...
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Mar 23, 2009
Acne Scar Treatment – Inside the Latest Studies
If you are an adult or teenager who has acne breakouts, you’re not alone. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, millions of Americans have acne at this moment and we spend more than $100 million a year on nonprescription acne treatments...
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Mar 17, 2009
Stem Cell Therapy May Benefit Scleroderma Patients
Patients who suffer from scleroderma scarring and wounds may benefit from new stem-cell therapies using cells created from the patient’s own bone marrow...
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Mar 04, 2009
Healing Visible Scars From Self-Injury
Sometimes people experiencing emotional pain or stress injure themselves as a way of dealing with uncontrollable bad feelings. Aside from the psychological toll, this self-destructive behavior can also leave behind physical reminders...
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Feb 09, 2009
Taking a Closer Look at Self-Injury
For some individuals, self-injury is a way to deal with strong emotions. Cutting, scratching, burning and picking the skin are common methods for countering emotional pain...
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Jan 09, 2009
Understanding Acne Scars
If you are one of the 40 to 50 million Americans who suffer from acne, you know dealing with embarrassing blemishes and active inflammation is difficult enough. Many acne cases do respond to treatment and clear up eventually
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Dec 22, 2008
Tips for Treating Acne
If you’ve ever been frustrated by your skin you’re not alone – acne affects an estimated 40 to 50 million Americans each year. Whether it’s the occasional blemish, regular outbreaks or persistent severe inflammation
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Dec 11, 2008
Stretch Marks: Treatment and Prevention Beyond Pregnancy
Most often when we hear about stretch marks the conversation involves pregnancy. As many mothers can attest to, the stretch marks remain behind long after the baby is born. Despite their popularity, research suggests...
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Dec 05, 2008
What is Acne: Understanding Fact Versus Fiction
Have you ever blamed an acne breakout simply on stress? You’re not alone. Almost 80 percent of people between the ages of 11 and 30 have experienced acne at some point in their lives, and many ideas abound...
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Dec 05, 2008
Adult Acne - Why it's Back and Options for Clearer Skin
Bad skin is not just a teenage dilemma. Today more than half of adult women and one quarter of adult men experience acne breakouts...
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Dec 04, 2008
The Social Impact of Acne – It's Not Just Skin Deep
For many of the millions of Americans who suffer from acne, their symptoms are mild and easily managed. Since acne is so common...
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